Humboldt County

Abstract

Danny Marquez, a police sergeant for the Los Angeles Police Department, takes his family on a vacation to Seattle, Washington. On the way, they stop in Humboldt County, and Danny is captivated by the beauty and serenity of this county. He imagines moving his family to Humboldt County and leaving the troubles of big city life behind. He applied for the position of Chief Inspector for the Humboldt Police. By the time he is hired, he loses both his son to Fentanyl and his wife to suicide. He is hired for the position but finds himself alone. He considers suicide. His only consideration is where to do it. When the body of a foreign college student is found in Samoa Dunes, he decides he has must find justice for her. While constantly reminded that he is wasting his time and resources, he remains vigilant. He decides he must stand up for this student, and he takes on the challenge of solving this murder mystery. In doing so, he discovers that suffering can lead to redemption and grace